This obituary was originally published on Colvin Funeral Homes & Cremations.

Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Mary Alice Cherry, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 70. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and all that is connected. Services are entrusted to Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory of Fayetteville. Please keep this family in your prayers during their time of bereavement.

She now leaves to cherish her memory one son and daughter in law Clenton A. Cochran II (Ira Ignapius), two grandsons Jordan Isaiah Cochran (Fayetteville, NC), Clenton Cochran III (Charlotte, NC); two brothers Larry McDonald (Gloria) Fayetteville, NC; John Cherry (Tamiko) Montgomery, AL, a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Mary loved her family dearly and she had a special place in her heart for her great nephew Pastor Ryan Ford. This amazing woman of God was loved and cherished by her family and friends. Her presence shall be missed!